~ Isabella’s POV

Kate listened intently, her eyes growing brighter with each word I said. When I finally finished, she let out a squeal of excitement, grabbing my hands. “Bella, this is incredible! You’re going to be amazing in fashion school, I just know it!”

I beamed at her, my heart swelling with happiness. “I still can’t believe it’s real. It feels like a dream, but Lucian made it happen.”

She raised an eyebrow, a teasing smile playing on her lips. “And speaking of Lucian… you said he kissed you on the forehead? Does that mean what I think it means?”

I felt my cheeks heat up instantly. “Well… yeah,”...